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1. Head coach: Unless the Dolphins surprisingly decide to bring interim coach Dan Campbell back, they have to find a new coach. And it’s been a long time since they’ve actually hit on the right one.

First, look at the candidates who have ties to Dolphins head exec Mike Tannenbaum. Cincinnati offensive coordinator Hue Jackson was a client last year when Tannenbaum was an agent.

Pittsburgh offensive coordinator Todd Haley has ties through Tannenbaum’s mentor Bill Parcells, as does Saints coach Sean Payton, who could be available for the right price.

Then think names like New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and Carolina offensive coordinator Mike Shula to name a few.

Campbell will probably get an interview as well.

It could be a quick process but it might be lengthy depending on who else has vacancies.

2. Front office: In an ideal situation you’d bring in a head exec and coach at the same time, but there’s rarely anything ideal about the Dolphins’ front office.

It’s hard to see a scenario where Tannenbaum doesn’t get at least a second season in Miami. So he will likely be working hand-in-hand with Ross to find a new coach.

It’ll be interesting to see what happens with GM Dennis Hickey and if he survives past the draft. Hickey is not Tannenbaum’s guy so it’s easy to see the Dolphins going in a different direction.

3. Defensive backfield: There’s not an on-the-field unit that needs more of a revamping than Miami’s secondary.

Strong safety Reshad Jones is having a Pro Bowl-caliber season, even if he’s tailed off the last couple of games.

After that, it’s a lot of question marks.

Cornerback Brent Grimes is aging, Bobby McCain looks like he has a way to go before he’s even a starting nickel corner.

Free safety Michael Thomas is best suited as a reserve and special teams player.

Louis Delmas is still around, but he’s had numerous knee issues.

The Dolphins likely need a combination of free agency and the draft to clean up this position.

4. Linebacker: Kelvin Sheppard was getting abused on Sunday against the Chargers and the Dolphins could really use an upgrade at middle linebacker whether it’s through free agency or the draft.

The Dolphins could realistically use an upgrade at all three linebacker spots, but there are too many holes on the team for that to happen.

They need to at least improve inside either with an early draft pick or in free agency.

5. Defensive line: The Dolphins can probably get away with Ndamukong Suh and Jordan Phillips at tackle next year, but defensive end is in question with Cam Wake coming back from an Achilles’ tear. At his currently salary he’s owed over $8 million. And he’ll be 34.

Olivier Vernon is a free agent and will demand top dollar. Will the Dolphins pay it?

Defensive end Derrick Shelby is also heading toward free agency.

Remember Dion Jordan, Miami’s No. 3 overall pick in 2013? He’s still under contract after missing this year to a drug suspension. It seems unlikely the Dolphins would want him back, but don’t rule this out if they think there’s a chance he can still be a productive player.

6. Offensive line: The line was a mess on Sunday after left tackle Branden Albert and center Mike Pouncey went down — especially with Ja’Wuan James already out.

The Dolphins could really use an upgrade at one or both guard spots. Dallas Thomas and Billy Turner are adequate at best.

They could use a better reserve tackle than Jason Fox because Albert’s health is shaky. It’s not easy to find quality bench tackles but the Dolphins could really use help there.

7. Tight end: It’s hard to see Jordan Cameron coming back next year unless he agrees to a major restructure. As it stands right now, Cameron is owed $7.5 million — a ton of money for a guy who has 30 catches for 346 yards and two touchdowns this season.

The Dolphins also have Dion Sims, but he’s better as your No. 2 tight end.

There’s no doubt the Dolphins missed Charles Clay this season although Buffalo overpaid for him with a 5-year $38 million deal.

The Dolphins best bet is for Cameron to come back on a much more team-friendly deal. Otherwise, tight end is one of the numerous positions that will require a new starter next season.

8. Running back: If the Dolphins don’t re-sign Lamar Miller, then it seems likely Jay Ajayi would be the team’s primary back with a potential low-priced free agent joining him.

Running backs have become devalued on the market the last few years so it’ll be interesting to see what Miller gets — and if the Dolphins are willing to spend.

9. Receiver: This is one of the few spots where the Dolphins don’t need a major overhaul. In all likelihood, they let Rishard Matthews walk because of needs elsewhere and then build around a trio of Jarvis Landry, DeVante Parker and Kenny Stills.

Matt Hazel has a chance for more snaps next year as the team’s No. 4 receiver. They could also bring in a cheap vet to replace Greg Jennings, who has just 15 catches for 134 yards and a touchdown this year.

10. Quarterback: Ryan Tannehill will get one more year to prove himself no matter who’s the coach in 2016.

But backup Matt Moore is a free agent and the Dolphins might be better off developing a younger No. 2.

Logan Thomas was elevated from the practice squad last week and said he expects to be the team’s backup next year. He also wants to “push” Tannehill.

Don’t rule out the Dolphins drafting a mid-round quarterback with upside.

Final verdict: The Dolphins have a lot of needs. They’ll need to hit on all cylinders — from their coaching hire to free agency to the draft — to have any shot a rebound season in 2016.